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The Time Travel Movie Where A Childhood Tragedy Becomes An Obsession
GIANT FREAKIN ROBOT > Movies & TV > Sci-Fi Dimensions turns a childhood loss into a lifelong time-travel obsession, with a handmade machine and a period world that refuses to stay in one decade. By Nick Venable | Published 22 seconds ago Dimensions — frame from the official trailer via BritFlicks Have you ever let your ambitions blindly guide you through life, rarely allowing your vision to open up beyond what’s in front of you?
The WWII Horror Movie That Turns Dead Soldiers Into Walking Weapons Original
GIANT FREAKIN ROBOT > Movies & TV > Sci-Fi By Nick Venable | Published 32 seconds ago Frankenstein’s Army / Dark Sky Films; screen capture via TheaterByte. When trying to recommend Richard Raaphorst’s Frankenstein’s Army to others, it’s almost necessary to use words that may make modern-age moviegoers wary. It’s a found-footage-style indie horror where zombified monsters are being created by a Nazi mad scientist. Prestige horror this is not.
The Zombie Sequel Where A New Arm Is Worse Than Losing One Original
GIANT FREAKIN ROBOT > Movies & TV > Sci-Fi You can't keep a good Nazi zombie down. By Nick Venable | Published 16 seconds ago Dead Snow 2: Red vs. Dead (2014), via IMDb Tommy Wirkola’s surprisingly enjoyable 2009 comedy horror Dead Snow pitted a group of snowbound adults against a horde of ghoulishly brutal Nazi zombies led by the formidable Colonel Herzog (Ørjan Gamst). Its 2014 sequel, Dead Snow 2: Red vs. Dead, is a better movie in every conceivable way.
The Twisted Sci-Fi Thriller Where The Cure Could Erase You
GIANT FREAKIN ROBOT > Movies & TV > Sci-Fi By Nick Venable | Published 30 seconds ago An experimental machine can erase the identities inside a woman’s head. The catch is that she might be the one it decides to erase. That’s a nasty little hook for John Suits’ The Scribbler, a 2014 sci-fi thriller that treats exposition as if it’s an infectious disease. If you’re tired of movies explaining everything to death, this one goes enthusiastically in the opposite direction.
The Zombie Romance That Turns A Second Chance At Love Into A Nightmare Original
GIANT FREAKIN ROBOT > Movies & TV > Sci-Fi Life After Beth turns a dead girlfriend’s return into a bizarre breakup nightmare, with Aubrey Plaza delivering an unhinged zombie performance. By Nick Venable | Published 1 minute ago Life After Beth (A24) Getting back together with an ex can be a terrible idea. In Life After Beth, it gets considerably worse when she has already died.
The Sci-Fi Movie Where Falling In Love Can Cause A Disaster Original
GIANT FREAKIN ROBOT > Movies & TV > Sci-Fi Frequencies turns romance into a dangerous experiment in a world where luck is measured and the laws of nature keep two people apart. By Nick Venable | Published 5 seconds ago Falling in love is complicated enough without the universe trying to keep you apart. In Frequencies, spending more than a minute with the wrong person can bring disaster down on everyone nearby.
The Claustrophobic Horror Sequel That Traps An Outbreak At Sea Original
GIANT FREAKIN ROBOT > Movies & TV > Sci-Fi By Nick Venable | Published 36 seconds ago A scene from [REC]4: Apocalypse (Filmax / Magnet Releasing), via /Film. While most film franchises see a decrease in quality from one film to the next, the [REC] series was put back on track with [REC]4: Apocalypse, bringing director Jaume Balagueró back to the helm.
The Found-Footage Horror That Hunts A Legendary Monster In The Arctic Original
GIANT FREAKIN ROBOT > Movies & TV > Sci-Fi How does the found-footage story of a hunt for Frankenstein's monster hold up? By Nick Venable | Published 40 seconds ago The Frankenstein Theory (2013). Film still via Ain’t It Cool News. A documentary crew heads into the frozen wilderness to chase a monster that should exist only on the page.
The $7,000 Sci-Fi Thriller That Turns Time Travel Into A Nightmare Original
GIANT FREAKIN ROBOT > Movies & TV > Sci-Fi By Nick Venable | Published 12 seconds ago The story behind Primer is as nifty as the film itself, made for a reported $7,000 shooting budget. Shane Carruth wrote, directed, edited, and wrote the score. It won the Grand Jury Prize and the Alfred P. Sloan Feature Film Prize at Sundance, and Carruth was set to take on the world. The appeal goes beyond the puzzle.
The Psychedelic Sci-Fi Nightmare Hiding Inside A Happiness Experiment Original
GIANT FREAKIN ROBOT > Movies & TV > Sci-Fi By Nick Venable | Published 1 minute ago Before starting any film, I understand there’s a risk that it may not be to my liking and that might be my own fault. Perhaps my knowledge of cinema — or lack thereof — puts me beneath the flick, and perhaps age and further maturation will at some point unlock a previously untapped appreciation.
The Retro Sci-Fi Comedy Where Space Is A Suburban Nightmare Original
GIANT FREAKIN ROBOT > Movies & TV > Sci-Fi Back to the past of the future. By Nick Venable | Published 1 minute ago Space Station 76 (2014). Scene image via co-costume designer Sarah Brown. © 2014 Space Station 76 LLC. To illustrate just how much I loved the “1970s space opera” parody Space Station 76, I’ll be writing this review while simultaneously smoking in front of a child and styling my mustache.
The Sci-Fi Western Where Water Is Worth Killing For
GIANT FREAKIN ROBOT > Movies & TV > Sci-Fi Even if you've got apocalypse fatigue, this one is worth your time. By Nick Venable | Published 42 seconds ago Young Ones (2014). Screenshot from the Screen Media Films trailer. David Michôd’s 2014 post-Western The Rover told a tale of revenge set against gorgeously bare landscapes.
The Low-Budget Sci-Fi Experiment That Tries To Cheat Death Original
GIANT FREAKIN ROBOT > Movies & TV > Sci-Fi By Nick Venable | Published 31 seconds ago The Phoenix Project (2015). Film still via Netflix. Inspiration and innovation never seem to quit in the worlds of science and engineering, whether it’s people figuring out the next great military weapon or those who want to fry the perfect egg. For the four young lads in Tyler Graham Pavey’s feature debut, The Phoenix Project, all efforts are being put into reanimating dead tissue.
The Sci-Fi Mystery Where The People On TV Can See You Original
GIANT FREAKIN ROBOT > Movies & TV > Sci-Fi By Nick Venable | Published 44 seconds ago Film still: © 2014 Double Edge Films, via Apple TV What if the person on your television could see you watching? As a huge fan of TV in both a professional and recreational sense, I do enjoy when movies and series use the medium itself as a storytelling conduit.
I'm slow-clapping Colin Jost's latest self-jab over ferry boat fiasco, over 6 months in the making
I'm not sure anyone could have predicted just how much comedic value would come from Colin Jost and Pete Davidson buying a Staten Island Ferry back in 2022. The original goal to spin it into a transportable vessel for live entertainment, but it's mostly been a money-sucking eyesore for locals in the years since.
Alan Ritchson Can’t Stop, Won’t Stop Clapping Back At Reacher Critics
entertainment news 2 days ago R-Rated Alan Ritchson Action Hit Among the Most Popular Movies on Netflix Right Now Men's Journal - Rachel Schneider • 2d The movie is dominating streaming with almost 3.5 million views within three days on Netflix.
The Brutal Moment Chuck Lorre Told A Big Bang Theory Hopeful He Never Had A Chance... Despite 6 Weeks Of Auditions
Liberal View 4 hours ago TV Legend, 73, Goes Scorched Earth on Trump in Fiery Speech The Daily Beast - Martha McHardy • 4h The ‘King of Sitcoms’ abandoned his acceptance speech to skewer the president.
Daredevil’s Deborah Ann Woll Reacts To Born Again Ending With Season 3
4 hours ago Chris Hansen declined to watch an early showing of Primetime, due to what he claimed was an overly restrictive agreement he had to sign (which was later characterized as a standard preview audience NDA). But now, Hansen headed to the theater like anyone else to watch Robert Pattinson’s portrayal of …
There are two big reasons NCIS is bringing back Michael Weatherly now (one evokes Mark Harmon)
Nearly three months have passed since Michael Weatherly's return as NCIS ' Tony DiNozzo was first revealed , and we're so very close to finally seeing it play out when the Season 24 premiere hits the 2026 TV schedule . Though he won't be sharing scenes with former co-stars Mark Harmon or Cote de Pablo, the actor brought both of the franchise faves when explaining why now was the right time to bring Tony back to the mothership.
Yellowjackets season 4 revealed even more A+ new stars, including one of my favorite comedy actors
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Sydney Sweeney's next project is all lined up (and I am so pumped an Off Campus star is involved)
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Sydney Sweeney's Next Project Is All Lined Up (And I Am So Pumped An Off Campus Star Is Involved)
Sydney Sweeney 2 hours ago Off Campus’ Belmont Cameli Joins Sydney Sweeney in ‘Sleepy Hollow’ Adaptation Movie! justjared.com - By Kim Brown • 2h Belmont Cameli has booked a big role amid the massive success of Off Campus! He apparently will be portraying Ichabod Crane’s rival Brom Bones in a … Teyana Taylor 9 hours ago Teyana Taylor, Charli xcx, Belmont Cameli Join 2026 MTV VMAs Presenters Lineup (Exclusive) hollywoodreporter.com - By Kimberly Nordyke, Kirsten Chuba • 9h Also taking the...
Forget Scrooge, Johnny Depp will be back on the big screen for what may be his scariest role ever
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Marshals boss explains how Yellowstone's Jimmy shows up in season 2, and I love Luke Grimes' POV
With its Paramount+ stats added in, CBS' Marshals cemented itself as the biggest scripted show on network TV with Season 1, helping prove that the Yellowstone spinoff could jump platforms and still keep its massive fanbase intact. Season 2's premiere is right around the corner, with answers for what went down in the debut season's finale , which means we're closer than ever to seeing Jefferson White's Jimmy Hurdstrom back in the saddle for Marshals with former co-star Luke Grimes.
World’s Toughest Test after DWTS and Masked Singer
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Tom Cruise had the most Tom Cruise take when asked what he does in between movies
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Tom Cruise Had The Most Tom Cruise Take When Asked What He Does In Between Movies
Jason Kelce 10 hours ago Taylor Swift Was Sweetly Called This by Jason Kelce’s Daughters When She First Met Them People - Rachel McRady • 10h Jason and Kylie Kelce‘s daughters weren’t sure what to do when they first met their future aunt! After their uncle Travis Kelce began dating Taylor Swift in 2023, Jason’s girls — Wyatt, 6, Elliotte, 5, Bennett, 3, and Finn, 1 — eventually got to meet the global superstar in a more familiar … Jason Kelce 7 hours ago Taylor Swift’s 5-Word Plea to Travis...
Widow's Bay, The Pitt and other big winners, Taylor Swift's appearance & more
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The Batman Part II set photo seemingly reveals unexpected comic vigilante, but I'm not so sure
When The Batman: Part II was first delayed until February 2028 , it was yet another gutpunch for fans most anxiously awaiting a follow-up to Matt Reeves' first film. The kind that made it seem like we might never see Robert Pattinson's caped crusader back on the big screen. Thankfully, the upcoming DC movie has definitely in the throes of its production since May, as proven quite often by set photos and videos being shared on social media.
Practical Magic 2 dethrones Spider-Man at weekend box office as new Alan Ritchson movie lands high
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The Batman Part II Set Photo Seemingly Reveals Unexpected Comic Vigilante, But I'm Not So Sure
Christian Bale 8 hours ago Christian Bale Opens 11,000-Square-Foot Foster Care Facility in Palmdale: ‘Turn Their Heartbreak and Their Pain into Love’ Variety - Isabelle Farina • 8h Christian Bale hung up his Batsuit in 2012, but “The Dark Knight” star is still saving lives with his Together California foster care village in … Culture 1 day ago Batman's Worst Costume Has Debuted, And It's Embarrassing cbr.com - Jason Wiese • 1d There are few comic book heroes who look better when fighting...
Sydney Sweeney's Response To Nude Ad Backlash? Even More Shots Of Sports Balls Covering Her Body
Sports Betting 1 hour ago Sydney Sweeney Poses Completely Naked While Balancing 4 Different Balls on Her Body InStyle - Lara Walsh • 1h The ‘Euphoria’ actress shared new outtakes from her controversial Novig sports betting campaign. Sydney Sweeney is completely stripping down for gameday.
I didn't expect Buddy to leave me with the same question I had after Spider-Man: Brand New Day
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My (new) favorite comedy parody is streaming for free
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Fox News Host Hits Back At Reports She Was Fired, And Justin Baldoni's Lawyer Is Involved
5 hours ago President Donald Trump and Fox News have a mostly mutually beneficial relationship. But every so often, their interests diverge, and Maria Bartiromo is a prime example. Fox took Bartiromo off the air after she leaked internal network guidance to the Trump White House, a source familiar with the …
I love Mike Tyson in new Robot Chicken special, but not as much as the creators dug working with him
Spoilers below for anyone who hasn't yet watched The Robot Chicken Adult Swim Special on Adult Swim or streaming via HBO Max subscription , so be warned! Also, what, were you born under a Mooninite? Watch the special! No other TV show airing in 2026 is going to offer a pop culture tribute as dense, all-encompassing and wildly chaotic as The Robot Chicken Adult Swim Special .
Sons of Anarchy's Theo Rossi shares reunion show details that have me convinced it'll be amazing
I can't imagine any TV or movie reunion news will be more shocking or exciting than Sons of Anarchy 's core cast members sharing the screen again for a new FX thriller that Charlie Hunnam himself created. The new project, Legends , will be showing up well after the 2026 TV schedule has concluded, but I can already feel it in my bones that it'll be worth the wait and then some. Especially now that SAMCRO vet Theo Rossi has weighed in with more background info.
Sons of Anarchy's Theo Rossi shares reunion show details that have me convinced it'll be amazing
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New Street Fighter footage showed one of my favorite attacks, but left me with a big blonde question
With the upcoming video game adaptation of Street Fighter , 2026 will hopefully continue its pretty decent game-to-feature run. The latest trailer from Paramount Pictures dropped this week, with new footage galore, and it completely leans into the unbelievable nature of the game's physics and fighting styles. Which is really all anyone should want from an upcoming action movie like this, right?
People are naming TV shows that got better after going off the rails, and I agree with lots of these
Too often, TV shows retool characters and storylines in detrimental ways , and without ever finding their way back to supremacy .
Seinfeld Fans Are Sharing The Unanswered Questions They Still Have, And I'm Cracking Up In Agreement
entertainment news 1 hour ago Leanne Morgan Declares ‘60 Is the New 40’ and Says Life Hasn’t Changed Since Fame: ‘I Still Love a Costco Run’ (Exclusive) People - Benjamin VanHoose • 1h Sure, Leanne Morgan might be selling out venues and headlining her own Netflix sitcom, but the comedian’s everyday life hasn’t changed all that much since a viral 2019 stand-up clip turned her into a household name. “I still love to wash clothes. I love going to the grocery store. I love a Costco …
Why Aren't Rick And Morty Properly In Robot Chicken's Adult Swim Special? Seth Green Gave Me The Logical Explanation
11 hours ago On Sept. 2, at 10 p.m. Eastern Time, Adult Swim was born. The late-night block of programming on Cartoon Network geared towards a (slightly) older audience officially kicked off with Home Movies, The Brak Show, Harvey Birdman, Attorney at Law, Space Ghost: Coast to Coast, and two syndicated episodes …
Lanterns drops a DC reference in episode 3 that I think is almost too clever for a throwaway nod
Spoilers below for the third episode of Lanterns for anyone who hasn't watched it yet on HBO or streamed it via HBO Max subscription , so be warned! Tonight's “OutKast” was big for Aaron Pierre's John Stewart, as audiences learned about more from his childhood and time working with Hal, as well as more context behind the past events we were shown already.
Seth Meyers interviews a lot of pop singers. Why it's always best when he runs into Rihanna
The evolution of Late Night 's “Seth Goes Day Drinking” is about as interesting as the evolution of any late night talk show segment about boozing while the sun. Okay, so it kind of stands alone there. But suffice to say it's become a much-beloved part of the SNL vet's talk show tenure, despite any image problems it may present , and he explained how his interactions with “Day Drinking” pop stars like Rihanna are on a whole other level from what he's used to with other celebrities.
Seth Meyers interviews a lot of pop singers. Why it’s always best when he runs into Rihanna
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A longtime NCIS director thought he was done with the show until Mark Harmon asked for him by name
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James Gunn sparked Lex Luthor theories with Man of Tomorrow wrap post, and I'm scratching my head
Though the superhero movie rumor mill may be currently inundated with hearsay about Avengers: Doomsday ahead of the 2026 film's release date , there is more than enough Man of Tomorrow speculation about the cast and more to go around , and I'm sure those conversations will only become more prominent as the months pass. As such, it's always a plus when director James Gunn gives fans updates directly from the set.
Stephen Colbert's Late Night Replacement Is Already Getting Big Wins Vs. The Jimmys
entertainment news 5 hours ago CBS Ratings Stunner as Byron Allen Beats Kimmel & Fallon Shows in Key Demo TV Insider - Martin Holmes • 5h The late-night ratings for Monday, August 24, are in, and in perhaps surprising news, Byron Allen’s Comics Unleashed beat ABC’s Jimmy Kimmel Live! and … Bisexual Aug 20 I Came Out As Bi. Everyone Else Came Out With Their Opinions HuffPost UK - Maxx Eddy • 7d “To some people, I’m secretly gay.
Watch Out Titanic, Spider-Man's Coming For You With Its Next Big Box Office Record
6 hours ago Tim Curry wasn’t interested in speaking publicly about his personal life. The It star, who died “peacefully” at his Los Angeles home on Tuesday, Aug. 25, never married or welcomed any children, and made the intentional decision to shield his personal life from the spotlight. In the introduction of …
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